What's in a name? Before individuals can be known by anything else, they are identified first by their name. Everything else follows. If you are looking to name your boy child, there are thousands of Kenyan boy names you can pick from.

Kenyan boy names have evolved over time. Today's parents are getting creative and seeking meaning to the names they give their sons. Some have opted to divert from the traditional naming system, while others have maintained it.

Christian Kenyan boy names

Many parents looking for Kenyan boy names for babies get inspiration from stories of individuals in the Bible. Most of them believe that the child would grow up to be like the person they are named after, or share in their values.

• Matthew - Gift of God
• Joshua - God is salvation
• Samuel - His name is God. Also Sam
• Daniel - God is my judge. Also Dan
• Noah - Rest, peace
• James - Supplanter. Originally Jacob. Also Jake
• William - Strong-willed warrior. Also Liam, Bill
• Ephraim - Being fruitful
• Aaron - Shining light
• Benjamin - Son of my right hand
• Joseph - God will increase
• Isaac - He will laugh
• Levi - Joined in harmony
• Luke - The bright one, born at dawn. Also Lucas or Lucius
• Caleb - Rage like a Dog
• Nathan - A gift from God. Also Nathen
• Thomas - A twin. Also Tom or Tommy
• Michael - Who is like God? Also Mike
• Oscar - Deer lover
• John - God is gracious
• Harry - Army ruler
• Harrison - Son of Harry
• Tobias - God is good. Also Tobiah
• Jesse - A gift
• Andrew - Manly
• Christian - Follower of Christ
• Gabriel - God is my strength
• Adam - Of the earth
• Joel - God will be willing
• Elijah - The Lord is my God
• David - Beloved. Also Dave
• Seth - Appointed
• Amos - Borne by God
• Ben - Son of my right hand
• Reuben - Behold, a son
• Israel - Wrestles with God, or, God contends.
• Paul - Small or humble
• Jeremiah - Yahweh will raise. Also Jeremy
• Phillip - Fond of horses
• Obed - A servant or workman
• Elishah - My God is salvation
• Timothy - Honouring God
• Mark - Polite, shining
• Zachary - God has remembered
• Isaiah - God is salvation
• Job - persecuted or hated
• Ezekiel - God's strength
• Titus - Title of honour
• Peter - Stone or rock
• Emmanuel - God with us
• Christopher - Christ-bearer
• Barnabas - Son of encouragement
• Baruch - Blessed
• Manasseh - To forget
• Alpha - First or strongest
• Abraham - Father of nations
• Ian - God is gracious
• Reuel - Friend of God
• Enoch - Experienced or dedicated

Kenyan English names for boys

There are a variety of Kenyan male names that parents-to-be can opt for. These names are influenced by celebrities, history makers, or famous people from across the world.

• Austin - magic dignity or venerable
• Ethan - Firm and strong
• Eric - Sole or eternal ruler
• Barack - Blessed
• Oliver - Descendant of the ancestor
• Hunter - One who hunts
• Maxwell - The greatest. Also Max, Maxmillian
• Alexander - Defender of the people. Also Alex
• Adrian - blessed with immense strength
• Jayden - Thankful. Also Jaden
• Malcolm - disciplined and devoted
• Brayden - Dwells near the broad valley. Also Bradley
• Connor - Lover of wolves or hounds
• Alvin - Noble friend
• Barry - Fair headed
• Dennis - Follower of Dionysius, who was a Greek god of wine
• Bernard - Brave as a bear
• Bishop - Overseer or guardian
• Cooper - A barrel maker
• Vincent - Conqueror
• Wilfred -peace and tranquillity
• Tyler - Tile maker
• Collin - A creative person
• Dylan - Son of the sea or wave
• Logan - Descendant of the warrior
• Xavier - The new house
• Victor - Winner or conqueror
• Kenneth - Handsome
• George - Farmer
• Leo - Lion. Also Leonard, Leopold
• Charles - Free man
• Jordan - One who descends, or, to flow down

• Henry - Lord
• Aiden - Little fire. Also Aidan, Aydan
• Jack - God is gracious.
• Jackson - Son of Jack
• Carter - Cart driver
• Sebastian - Venerable
• Lincoln - From the lake settlement
• Nicholas - Victory of the people
• Gerard - Strong or brave-hearted
• Cole - Victory of the people
• Edward - Wealthy guardian
• Troy - A foot soldier
• Louis - Famed warrior
• Hugo - Bright in mind and spirit
• Tyson - Firebrand
• Akash - Upper sky
• Brian - High or noble
• Keith - Spontaneous
• Aidan - The fiery one
• Patrick - Patrician or nobleman
• Lawrence - Bright one
• Geoffrey - Peace. Also Godfrey, Jeff
• Allen - Harmony or handsome
• Boris - Glorious in battle
• Myles - Soldier
• Carl - Free man
• Byron - From the Barns
• Alfred - Sage or wise
• Cedrick - War leader or a gift of splendour
• Chad - From the warrior's town
• Douglas - Dark stream
• Darrell - Dearly loved, or, darling. Also Daryl
• Calvin - The bald one
• Bryson - Son of Brice
• Callisto - Seriousness, thought or intuition
• Bruce - Woods thicket
• Robert - Shining, fame-bright
• Boniface - Well-doer
• Elton - Enclosure or settlement
• Francis - From France, free
• Addi - Adorned
• Hakeem - Wise
• Kelvin - River man, a river of Scotland
• Edgar - Fortunate and powerful
• Ryan - Little king or illustrious
• Bramwell - Broom well or raven well
• Brandon - From the broom hill
• Ephantus - Angel
• Felix - Happy, lucky
• Eugene - Noble or well-born
• Jason - Healer
• Owen - Noble warrior

Kenyan boy names in Swahili

Another category of parents may prefer to adopt Kenyan boys names that promote the national language. It is thought that the Swahili language gives these names a deeper meaning. Most of these names are due to influence from the Coastal region.

• Faraji - Consolation
• Radhi - Forgiveness
• Baraka - Blessings
• Tumaini - Hope
• Azizi - Precious
• Hamidi - Thankful or commendable.
• Adili - Just
• Kobe - Tortoise or slow
• Sadiki - Faithful or loyal
• Abdalla - Servant of God
• Haki - Truth
• Azaan - Strong individual
• Zahoor - To blossom
• Sefu - Sword
• Kijana - Youth
• Bahati - Noble
• Chacha - Strong man
• Kito - A precious stone
• Zuberi - One who is strong
• Jelani - Great and powerful
• Bakari - One who will succeed
• Jawabu - Answer
• Akida - Determined and diplomatic
• Hassani - Handsome
• Sahel - Leader
• Rafiki - Friend
• Jabali - Rock
• Jabari - Fearless and brave
• Amani - Peace
• Shani - Marvellous or wonderful
• Jiwe - Rock
• Simba - Lion. Strong one
• Abedi - Worshipper
• Chane - Has a strong oak heart
• Asafa - Son of a chief
• Fahari - Splendour
• Faraja - Comfort or rest
• Abasi - Stern
• Hamisi - Born on Thursday
• Hajji - Born during the period of Hajj

Kenyan names and surnames

Surnames give the name bearer an identity, and most people have their father's names as theirs. The names also help to continue with the family line. Today, more and more Kenyans are taking up last names that have a deeper meaning. Some of the popular Kenyan surnames include;

• Abbas - Lion
• Leboo - Born in the bush
• Kenyatta - Musician
• Lemaiyan - Blessed
• Kiserian - The peaceful one
• Namunyak - The lucky one
• Kibet - Born at midday
• Keita - Worshipper
• Amari - Possesses great strength
• Davu - The beginning
• Komen - Born when the beer is being brewed or drunk
• Kigen - A long-awaited son
• Imani - Faith. Also Iman
• Issa - God is salvation
• Kellan - Powerful
• Amari - Possesses great strength
• Kwame - Born on a Saturday
• Kimoni - Great man
• Eshe - Life, energy
• Ade - Royal
• Gathii - A wanderer
• Gatimu - A spear
• Kamau - A great warrior
• Gitonga - A wealthy one
• Iregi - A rebel
• Ita - A war raid
• Kariuki - Born again or reincarnated
• Muthee - An elderly man
• Mwangi - Seizes the nation victor
• Ochola - Born after the father's death
• Odoyo - Born during a wedding
• Oloo - Equivalent to Adam
• Okoth - Born during the rainy season
• Gor - A famous chief in the 19th century
• Raila - One who tickles or causes laughter
• Were - Benevolent or philanthropic
• Wamalwa - Born during the brewing season
• Wanjala - Born during the famine season
• Wasike - Born during the locust season
• Noyngesa - Born on a Saturday
• Wayua - Born during famine
• Mutongoi - Leader
• Musyoka - Reincarnation of a dead family member
• Musili - Judge
• Musumbi - King
• Nzoka - Snake
• Makori - Born beside the road
• Nyachae - Generous
• Onkwani - He talks a lot
• Mbaya - Bad or ugly
• Ngumbau - The brave one
• Munyambu - Lion
• Omondi - Born around dawn

Child naming has become a very versatile area in today's world. Parents are more open to trying new ideas and breaking away from the traditional naming methods. Many factors influence Kenyan boy names, and whichever parents choose, the name they settle for should hold a meaning close to their hearts.

Tuko.co.ke in October this year published 100+ dragon names that parents can give their newborn boy or girl. Today, naming is influenced heavily by the entertainment industry. These names can reflect your child's identity and are also catchy.

Some examples of these names are Drago, which means mighty and precious. Draken is another example, which means great and powerful. Oboth is another dragon name. It means light of hope.

Source: TUKO.co.ke

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